Saturday, April 11, 2009

Here we are...Pink Saturday, a day before Easter Sunday, to me the holiest day of the year. The day that promises us everlasting life through the loss of life. I hope you and yours, regardless of how you celebrate the day, have a peaceful, loving and gracious Easter Day.

What would today be without a little bunny's pink nosie? This little fellah sits on the back of the potty in my downstairs powder room. So far I haven't had anyone complain about being stared at when they are using the facilities!

In the same room sits this pink African violet of mine that has decided to bless me with some blossoms. Yes, I know, all my violets are pink...sigh. I really have to get out of this pink rut of mine, don't I?

Back into my dining room to take a photo of the latest addition to my pincushions. Never thought that I would be a pincushion collector, but here I am, gathering one sweetie pie after another to add to my little prickly family! Guess I'm going to have to be on the hunt for another wall cabinet to house my newest obsession.

Swinging into my kitchen for a peek at the utensils that I use when I am putting a little of this and a little of that together for a meal. These guys are used, and used a lot, don't let their pinkie appearance fool you. They have to earn their keep in my kitchen.

Just have to share these pink Sweet Peas that adorn a tile that sits on my stove to hold a messy spoon or spatula when I'm makin' something to fill my tummy. This is a yard sale find from years and years ago. I think I paid a dime for it and a dime was never better spent!

Isn't this cute? I really enjoy popping over to our local Goodwill Store a couple of times a month. Every now and then you find something that just must come home with you. That was the case with this teapot. I grabbed this cutie patootie and put it into my cart in a heartbeat.

How about another cup of tea courtesy of Goodwill. Well, you can't have one, at least not from this teapot because it's a tart burner. How clever is that? When I first saw it, I was thinking that I had nabbed another teapot to add to my collection (yes, I know, I've got to stop this collecting thing that I do) but then, lo and behold, there was a hole in the back to slip in the tea light. The lid comes off to expose the little dish to hold the tart. Love it!

He's not pink but he does make his Mimi's cheeks blush rosie when he hugs her good-night. This is my grandson, Joshua Patrick, who is all of five years old today. Josh and his brothers, Joe and Ben, stayed over night Thursday and most of the day Friday with me (spring break) so their mommy and daddy could spend all day Friday preparing for the big birthday party to celebrate the day this guy was born. His mother, Cindy, spends months planning for the day each of her son's have their fifth birthday. It's an extravaganza that makes the best memories. This year's theme is The Jungle (Josh's pick). I can't wait to see what my son and his wife have cooked up! Josh is goofy, and funny, and boy, does he ever love my cooking. What more could any woman want for a sleep-over filled with fun?!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone and may the true meaning and blessing of this most holy of times warm your home, family and heart.

The random thoughts of
♥Mimi♥

63 comments:

What a pretty pink post!!! Hmmm...say that line 3X's real fast! hehe! What a darling little bunny...I just have a "thing" for bunnies so of course I've been in my "7th heaven" during this Spring and Easter season! Ohhh yes, I just love your new little pink birdie pin cushion...she's simply irrisistable!!! Such pretty pinkness!!!

Birthday wishes to your precious little Joshua...he's a darling! "Five" is such a sweet age I think!!! My youngest grandchild Caylee is five!!! And that sweet little girl is all about "pink"!!! hehe!

Sending you and your family my very best wishes and blessings for a Happy Easter, my friend!Chari

Didn't have time for a pink post today, yesterday's will just have to do, but had to visit some of my favorite pink-lovin' friends! Beautiful pinkness on your blog today Mimi. Can't wait to receive the folders and may just take you up on your offer! ♥

Hi Mimi, I feel like I have gotten really far behind in visiting my favorite blogs and leaving comment. With the kids home on easter break from school for 2 weeks, the days are running along a bit off the usual schedule. But it is nice to have all the noise and activity here for the time! I so enjoy them all around.

Anyway, love the pictures for Pink Saturday. The teapots have to be my all time favorites, how adorable is that cottage shaped one. And I wouldn't mind a sweet bunny staring at me while using the "ladies room" either, how precious it is. I was not able to get out to the stores this year and see about getting some nice new Easter decorations. It is my favorite time of year to decorate the house for since I LOVE bunnies so much. I have loved Easter ever since I was little, all the pastels colors used for the holiday, the cute chicks and bunnies, etc. It does not get much better then that. Lovely post, as always!! I enjoyed it very much. Take care, and I wish you and your family a trully HAPPY EASTER!! Debby

Thankyou for leaving the sweetest comment on my blog - I think we all tend to forget the religious aspect of this Holiday in the furore over chocolate eggs, so thank you so much for reminding me in the gentlest way...

Happy Pink Saturday Mimi - Love your post, the pink bunny nose, your pincushion and those sweet peas are just beautiful. Your dogs are so sweet looking - and I LOVE your video. Thanks so much for sharing such delightful things with us. Take Care and have a Happy Easter.

Happy Pink Saturday and a glorious Easter. I love this time of the year for he died for us and has risen for us. I love our Savior so much and so happy to be alive. Love your blog and all the Pinks especially the little pincushion bird and the tea pot. Hugs, Bobbi Jo

All these are so pretty. My favorite is the pin cushion.Happy Birthday to Josh and have fun celebrating with family. It is indeed a blessed weekend, considering the reality the resurrection of our Saviour.

Happy Pink Saturday dear MimiI did read the story of poor little Baily. She sure has her hands full. Loved your poem of Frieja. He is a beautiful boy. We have a beautiful big German Shepherd near us. He comes over to say hello everyday & get his treat. He is a gentle soul.Happy Birthday to your little Josh.Thank you for being a Pinky friend.Love Claudiexoxo

I love all of your pinks! You will need to show more of your pin cushions! One of my passions are pincushions! I have SEVERAL of the chicks like your pink sweetie! I went a little nuts when I found those!!!Happy Pink Saturday!Happy Easter!Hugs, Lisa

I enjoy your visit to my blog so much, I appreciate all your kind words. I think my favorite is the pincushion with the pretty bird tag, I am partial to anything with birds. I hope your Grandson has an extra special birthday filled with wonderful memories. Happy Pink Saturday and may you have a Blessed Easter. Mary

Lots of pretty pink things! Pink is my favorite color. Thank you for stopping by my blog. A huge thank you for your very sweet comment about my Sadie. It has been a long, tough road. I could not risk getting rid of her and her going to someone that doesn't understand her or her problems or use physical abuse, her issues can not be treated with punishment, it will make it so much worse. I have struggled emotionally over this for over a year but I will not give up on her. She has so many good qualities too. I love your dogs and cats! They are beautiful.Have a wonderful Easter!

What pretty pink things! And a cutie grandson, too. :) Thanks so much for visiting my blog--I am honored that you used my mercy quote! I'll be visiting you again here at your lovely blog... Blessings, Debra

Hi again,You live up where I understand it is just beautiful. I have not been to the UP, mainly because I don't think I would live crossing a 5 mile long and high bridge. Really. I am a big sissy and high bridges scare the pants off me!!!!

I am down here in Port Huron, just an hour and a half of what gives Michigan a bad name...Detroit.

♥Mimi♥

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